Cybersecurity for Analysts

• Basic understanding of IT concepts and networking
• Familiarity with operating systems and basic command-line tools

Audience

• Analysts
• IT professionals

Cybersecurity for Analysts is a specialized field within cybersecurity focused on equipping analysts with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to protect an organization’s digital assets from cyber threats.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level analysts who wish to effectively analyze, secure, and protect their organization's data and networks from cyber threats.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the current cybersecurity landscape.
• Learn and apply industry-standard cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO/IEC 27001) and best practices to enhance the security posture of their organization.
• Implement effective network security measures, including configuring firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS systems, and applying encryption techniques to protect data at rest and in transit.
• Identify, analyze, and respond to cybersecurity incidents using threat intelligence, SIEM tools, and incident response plans.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

Introduction

• Overview of cybersecurity landscape
• Importance of cybersecurity in the digital age
• Role of analysts in cybersecurity

Fundamentals of Cybersecurity

• Understanding cyber threats: Malware, Phishing, Ransomware, etc.
• Basic cybersecurity principles: CIA Triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability)
• Common attack vectors

Cybersecurity Frameworks and Standards

• Overview of NIST Cybersecurity Framework
• ISO/IEC 27001, GDPR, and other relevant standards
• Best practices in cybersecurity

Network Security Basics

• Understanding network architecture
• Key concepts: Firewalls, VPNs, Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS)
• Network security protocols

Threats to Network Security

• Network-based attacks: DDoS, Man-in-the-Middle (MitM), etc.
• Exploiting network vulnerabilities

Securing the Network

• Implementing firewalls and VPNs
• Network segmentation and zero-trust architecture
• Best practices for network security

Understanding Data Security

• Types of data: Structured vs. Unstructured
• Data classification and governance
• Data protection strategies

Introduction to Encryption

• Basics of encryption: Symmetric vs. Asymmetric
• SSL/TLS and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
• Data encryption best practices

Protecting Sensitive Data

• Data Loss Prevention (DLP) strategies
• Encryption of data at rest and in transit
• Implementing access control measures

Introduction to Incident Response

• The incident response lifecycle
• Building an incident response team
• Incident response plans and playbooks

Threat Intelligence and Analysis

• Gathering and analyzing threat intelligence
• Tools and techniques for threat analysis
• Using SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) systems

Incident Detection and Response

• Identifying and responding to security incidents
• Forensic analysis and evidence collection
• Reporting and documenting incidents

Understanding Emerging Cyber Threats

• Latest trends in cyber threats (e.g., AI-driven attacks, IoT vulnerabilities)
• Understanding Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)
• Preparing for future cybersecurity challenges

Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing

• Basics of ethical hacking
• Penetration testing methodologies
• Conducting vulnerability assessments

Summary and Next Steps